DB vs. AB

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

DB (Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft) and AB (AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.) are both stocks. Both are in the Financial Services sector — DB in Banks - Regional, AB in Asset Management. Over the past 10 years, DB returned 10.35%/yr vs 14.30%/yr for AB. At a 0.40 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

DB vs. AB - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft (DB) and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, DB achieves a -15.73% return, which is significantly lower than AB's -0.39% return. Over the past 10 years, DB has underperformed AB with an annualized return of 10.35%, while AB has yielded a comparatively higher 14.30% annualized return.

DB

• 1D: -0.51%
• 1M: 1.32%
• YTD: -15.73%
• 6M: -11.29%
• 1Y: 15.51%
• 3Y*: 47.97%
• 5Y*: 19.93%
• 10Y*: 10.35%

AB

• 1D: -1.64%
• 1M: -6.29%
• YTD: -0.39%
• 6M: -8.47%
• 1Y: -0.43%
• 3Y*: 11.52%
• 5Y*: 3.78%
• 10Y*: 14.30%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

DB vs. AB - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
DB Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft	-15.73%	132.42%	29.52%	21.34%	-5.86%	14.68%	40.10%	-2.89%	-56.72%	18.96%
AB AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.	-0.39%	13.36%	30.40%	-2.29%	-23.46%	56.27%	23.00%	19.85%	21.04%	16.76%

Correlation

The correlation between DB and AB is 0.25, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.25
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.29
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.39
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.37
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 18, 1996	0.40

The correlation between DB and AB shifts across timeframes, from 0.25 (1 year) to 0.40 (all time), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

EPS DB : $4.47 AB : $3.22
PE Ratio DB : 7.02 AB : 11.38
PS Ratio DB : 0.94 AB : 14.16
Total Revenue (TTM) DB : $53.12B AB : $250.00M
Gross Profit (TTM) DB : $30.48B AB : $250.00M
EBITDA (TTM) DB : $9.93B AB : $252.50M

Return for Risk

DB vs. AB — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

DB

DB Risk / Return Rank: 54
DB Sharpe Ratio Rank: 59
DB Sortino Ratio Rank: 53
DB Omega Ratio Rank: 51
DB Calmar Ratio Rank: 54
DB Martin Ratio Rank: 55

AB

AB Risk / Return Rank: 38
AB Sharpe Ratio Rank: 41
AB Sortino Ratio Rank: 34
AB Omega Ratio Rank: 34
AB Calmar Ratio Rank: 41
AB Martin Ratio Rank: 41

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

DB vs. AB - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft (DB) and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

	DB	AB	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.47	-0.02	+0.49
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	0.88	0.13	+0.75
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.11	1.02	+0.09
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	0.53	-0.03	+0.55
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	1.25	-0.07	+1.32
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

DB vs. AB - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current DB Sharpe Ratio is 0.47, which is higher than the AB Sharpe Ratio of -0.02. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of DB and AB, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	DB	AB	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.47	-0.02	+0.49
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.54	0.13	+0.40
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.26	0.44	-0.18
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.03	0.46	-0.43

Drawdowns

DB vs. AB - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum DB drawdown since its inception was -94.73%, which is greater than AB's maximum drawdown of -87.65%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DB and AB.

Drawdown Indicators

	DB	AB	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-94.73%	-87.65%	-7.08%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-29.66%	-14.68%	-14.98%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-29.66%	-20.84%	-8.82%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-54.19%	-45.76%	-8.43%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-71.97%	-58.08%	-13.89%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-65.16%	-10.44%	-54.72%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-53.67%	-26.21%	-27.46%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	12.43%	6.68%	+5.75%

Volatility

DB vs. AB - Volatility Comparison

Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft (DB) has a higher volatility of 9.71% compared to AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (AB) at 4.11%. This indicates that DB's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than AB based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	DB	AB	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	9.71%	4.11%	+5.60%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	25.20%	18.51%	+6.69%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	32.88%	22.42%	+10.46%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	37.43%	28.24%	+9.19%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	40.26%	32.40%	+7.86%

Dividends

DB vs. AB - Dividend Comparison

DB's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.72%, less than AB's 9.30% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
AB AllianceBernstein Holding L.P.	9.30%	9.02%	8.03%	8.44%	10.30%	7.33%	8.26%	7.67%	10.54%	8.50%	7.46%	8.09%
DB Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft	3.72%	1.99%	2.87%	2.40%	1.84%	0.00%	0.00%	1.58%	1.58%	1.00%	0.00%	3.11%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both DB and AB in my portfolio?

DB and AB have a correlation of 0.25, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, DB or AB?

DB has higher volatility (9.71%) compared to AB (4.11%). In terms of maximum drawdown, DB dropped -94.73% vs AB's -87.65%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

DB currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (0.47 vs -0.02), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.